Every client has a different story, and every home search deserves a personalized approach. Shii Ann takes a 360-degree view of your goals, lifestyle, and finances to create a strategy tailored to you while guiding and advocating for you every step of the way.
Buying a home in New York City can feel overwhelming, from bidding wars and co-op board approvals to financing and closing. Having the right team by your side can make the process feel much more manageable. Below is a step-by-step overview of what to expect as we work together to find and purchase your home.
Every successful home search starts with understanding you. We'll sit down to discuss your goals, lifestyle, timeline, and what you're looking for in a home. From there, we'll review your financial readiness, set clear expectations, and create a personalized strategy tailored to your needs.
Before beginning the search, we'll connect you with trusted lenders and guide you through the pre-approval process. This helps establish a clear budget, strengthens your position as a buyer, and ensures you're ready to move quickly when the right opportunity arises.
We'll curate a personalized selection of homes based on your goals and preferences. Together, we'll explore neighborhoods, tour properties, and discuss the pros and cons of each, helping you find the home that's the right fit for you.
Once you've found your dream home, we'll help you prepare a strong, competitive offer and negotiate the best possible terms on your behalf. From coordinating with your attorney and lender to managing inspections and every detail leading up to contract, we'll advocate for
Your attorney reviews the contract and building documents as part of the due diligence process. Once all parties are aligned, you sign the contract and submit the deposit, making the transaction official.
After contracts are signed, we help coordinate your mortgage application, appraisal, and key financing deadlines to keep everything moving smoothly toward closing.
For co-ops, we help you prepare a polished board package and guide you through the interview and approval process. For condos, we assist with the purchase application and ensure all requirements are completed smoothly and on time.
Once board approval is secured, we work closely with your attorney, lender, and managing agent to keep the transaction on track. As your lender completes its final review and issues clearance to close, we coordinate with all parties to schedule the closing and ensure the final steps are organized and seamless.
Before closing, we complete a final walk-through with you to confirm the home is in the expected condition and ready for transfer.
Congratulations—you’re a homeowner. From accepted offer to closing day, we remain by your side to ensure a smooth, well-managed experience and a successful transition into your new home.
Pricing guidance, negotiation strategy, vendor referrals, board package prep, and transaction coordination from first search parameters through the final walk-through.
